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Barn Quilt Painting Workshop

with Mary Jo Schmid from Crooked Lane Farm Folk School

2026-05-21 15:00:00 2026-05-21 18:00:00 America/Chicago Barn Quilt Painting Workshop Join your library for a free workshop to create your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt with Mary Jo! Climax Public Library -

Thursday, May 21
3:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-21 15:00:00 2026-05-21 18:00:00 America/Chicago Barn Quilt Painting Workshop Join your library for a free workshop to create your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt with Mary Jo! Climax Public Library -

Join your library for a free workshop to create your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt with Mary Jo!

Unleash your inner artist and celebrate a beautiful tradition that defines Minnesota's rural landscape! Join us for a hands-on workshop and paint your very own 1'x1' Barn Quilt under the expert guidance of Mary Jo Schmid from Crooked Lane Farm Folk School.

As a retired Moorhead educator, Mary Jo brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to help you learn about this iconic folk art. Whether you are a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, you’ll leave with a unique masterpiece ready to display.

All materials are provided. Registration is required. Registration will open at 3:30 p.m. on March 17 for events held in April, on April 28 for events held in May and on May 12 for events in June.
Learn more and register at larl.org/barnquilt.

This program is offered free, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Legacy Fund.

Climax Public Library

climax@larl.org
Phone: (218) 857-2455
Branch manager
Sheila Capistran

Hours
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Mon, Jun 08 4:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 09 1:00PM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jun 10 Closed
Thu, Jun 11 1:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 12 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sat, Jun 13 Closed
Sun, Jun 14 Closed

About the branch

The Climax Public Library is situated adjacent to the Climax CIty Hall at 104 West Broadway. The library boasts a generous garden and green space and is housed in a historic building that offers plentiful meeting space for groups and organizations.

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